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Cupcake Frosting

The collection of cupcake frosting recipes below are tried and true. Some frostings perform well, but far short in the taste category. Most cupcake decorators know that both criteria are very important when designing cupcakes. See which one is your favorite.

Basic Vanilla Frosting

This vanilla cupcake frosting recipe uses a butter and shortening blend. Great for practicing cupcake decorations or when warmer room temperatures may be an issue.

Ingredients:

1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter

3/4 cup shortening

6 cups powdered or confectioner's sugar

2 Tbsps water

1 - 2 Tbsps clear vanilla extract

pinch of salt

Directions:

Step 1: Beat butter and shortening together in a large bowl of a mixer.

Frosting Tip: If you are using a butter enriched frosting after it’s been stored in the refrigerator, be sure to give it enough time to soften before using it. Butter hardens in the fridge and your frosting will be too difficult to spread or use in a pastry bag for decorations if it’s too cold.

More Cupcake Frosting Recipes

Looking for something beyond basic vanilla and chocolate? Check out these recipes: